From the Editor: Just Dream…
 What
is it about the Olympic Games that brings the world
together? For two weeks every four years, we gather
as one, albeit from our own corners of the globe,
to cheer on our favorites and pay homage to the human
spirit. The Games are far more than the world's most
prestigious sporting event, they are where we put
aside our geographical difference and sit at the same
table of sportsmanship. I have to be honest with you,
I would normally not spend a summer afternoon watching
fencing or speed walking, but during the Summer Games,
I will invite friends over to do just that. Knowing
that you are witnessing the fulfillment of an individual's
lifelong dream is a draw that I and millions like
me find irresistible.
When I think back to past Olympic Games, the records
that were set and the medals that were won do not
race to the forefront of my mind as quickly as the
images of individuals, whose dream to be among the
world's best prompted them to triumph over all other
obstacles in life. Some roads to the Olympics are
smoother than others. In order to make a National
Team, sacrifices must be made, but athletes often
have to overcome opponents far more ominous than scores
and stop watches. When one's environment, circumstances
or natural ability are against them, a force must
enter in to level the balance. That dynamic is the
power of a dream.
A dream allows us to attempt something that is seeming
impossible. It silences the drone of doubts that pessimists
push our way. It is not like a mathematical equation
with a clear cause and effect corridor; it is much
more like the Choose Your Own Adventure books of childhood,
where the destination is predetermined, but the pathway
is a trial and error work in progress. Without the
dream, we could not break World Records, for how can
you plan to do what has never been done before? Without
the dream, gold medals could never be won, for it
is contrary to the humble human spirit to aspire to
be the best in the world. And without the dream, the
long hours of silent suffering on the road to Athens
would snuff out even the most promising rising stars.
In this month's edition of Dominator Magazine, we
are focused on dreamers. In the Fitness section, Shauna
Whyte explores how she is harvesting the planted dreams
her in life and pays homage to the man who taught
her that running from her fears was not an option.
In Fashion, we follow Miranda Esmonde-White to Mexico
as she continues to follow her dream of bringing Classical
Stretch to the world. And in the Inspiration section,
we meet Gabrielle and her amazing dog Izzy, who are
living examples that it is easier to live out your
lifelong dreams when you do it with someone you love.
As you watch the Summer Olympic from Athens this month,
be aware of the dreams in your own life. Maybe, your
aspirations require a world stage to come to life,
or maybe that quiet spot in your heart where you know
that you reached your goal is arena enough. Regardless,
plant your dreams and water them well. Have faith.
You are worthy. You are a Dominator.
Kjirsten Grosky
Senior Editor, Dominator Magazine
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